SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES

SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES

WARNING

SECTION 1 - GENERAL GUIDELINES contains important information for the safe operation and use of this product. DO NOT use this product or any available optional equipment without first completely reading and understanding these instructions and any additional instructional material such as Owner’s Manuals, Service Manuals or Instruction Sheets supplied with this product or optional equipment. If you are unable to understand the Warnings, Cautions or Instructions, contact a healthcare professional, dealer or technical personnel before attempting to use this equipment - otherwise, injury or damage may occur.

Repair or Service Information

Set-up of the Electronics Control Unit is to be performed only by a qualified technician. The final adjustments of the controller may affect other activities of the wheelchair. Damage to the equipment could occur if improperly set-up or adjusted.

After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure that all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.

Before performing any maintenance, adjustment or service verify that the On/Off switch on the joystick is in the Off position.

Wheelchairs should be examined during maintenance for signs of corrosion (water exposure, incontinence, etc). Electrical components damaged by corrosion should be replaced IMMEDIATELY.

Wheelchairs that are used by incontinent users and/or are frequently exposed to water may require replacement of electrical components more frequently.

Tire Pressure

DO NOT USE YOUR WHEELCHAIR UNLESS IT HAS THE PROPER TIRE PRESSURE (P.S.I.) - OTHERWISE THE WHEELCHAIR MAY NOT DRIVE CORRECTLY, STOP CORRECTLY OR MAY EXPERIENCE ERRATIC PERFORMANCE.

Maintain tire pressure at 30 p.s.i. Otherwise, the wheelchair may not drive correctly, stop correctly or may experience erratic performance.

DO NOT overinflate the tires. Failure to follow these suggestions may cause the tire to explode and cause bodily harm. The recommended tire pressure is listed on the side wall of the tire.

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Invacare 1125078 service manual General Guidelines, Repair or Service Information, Tire Pressure